As per a recent announcement, Indian students can now apply for an extended 5-Year Short-Stay Schengen Visa. This significant announcement was made during the Indian Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi’s two-day official visit to France.

During his address to the Indian community at La Seine Musicale in Paris, PM Modi revealed that France has decided to grant a generous five-year visa to Indian students who complete their master’s degree in the country. All Indian students who have spent at least a semester studying master’s or higher degree in France will be eligible for a 5-year short-stay Schengen Visa.

This five-year visa extension is a significant upgrade from the previous two-year visa option. Additionally, this latest visa extension will provide numerous opportunities for Indian students seeking to broaden their horizons and gain valuable international work experience.

This move is expected to boost the number of Indian students choosing France as their preferred destination for higher education, further enriching the diverse student community in the country.

France has long been renowned for its world-class education system, offering top-notch academic programs and research opportunities across various disciplines. With affordable tuition fees and numerous scholarship possibilities, it has emerged as one of the top choices for international students worldwide including students from India.

With this new visa policy in place, Indian students aspiring to pursue their master’s degrees in France should get started with their application process at the earliest. So, if you are aiming to study in France, now is the right time to begin your application process for the upcoming intake. Reach out to our country experts at KC Overseas and get end-to-end assistance for hassle-free applications to French Universities & Institutions.

Do not delay your application process, as a promising future awaits you in France!

5-Year 'Schengen Visa' for Indians Pursuing Masters in France

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